Disaster Impacts
Potential Scenarios
Product Recommendations
Resources
The Impact

Within three years of disaster, 75% of businesses with no recovery plan will fail to reopen1

Of businesses will experience an emergency that lasts at least one business day2

Of businesses do not have any type of emergency recovery plan in place prior to disasters3

No matter when or where disaster or emergency strikes, businesses need to have a recovery plan to reopen quickly. As part of a thorough recovery plan, preparing for an efficient and safe clean-up can help minimize risk of financial loss and failure.

Property Management

After a large storm, property managers must prioritize cleaning up debris in and around facilities. By removing debris, property managers can open their business quickly before facing long term financial impact.

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Hospitality

Following heavy snow, many members of a community may be without power for extended periods of time. As these people seek electricity, the hospitality industry should clean and prepare for a rapid influx of patrons in their facilities.

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Distribution Centers

A pipe burst can cause extensive water and mold damage to distribution centers. Quickly clean water to prohibit expensive mold damage to facilities and product.

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Property Management

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Hospitality

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Distribution Centers

Emergencies can range from a category 5 hurricane or a tornado to a building water leak or power outage, all capable of causing major disruptions to regular business operations. Regardless of the type of emergency and your specific industry, you need a plan to recover and reopen quickly. RCP is here to help with products that allow for effective cleaning, easy debris removal, and productive safety solutions.

RCP Product Solutions

Cleaning Solutions

Debris Removal

Safety Solutions

Effective cleaning solutions can help facilities prepare for an influx of patrons due to community-wide emergencies, while also reducing damp breeding grounds for mold in case of water damage.

WaveBrake® 35 QT Side Press Bucket and Wringer, Yellow

WaveBrake® 35 QT Side Press Bucket and Wringer, Yellow

With features that surpass traditional mop buckets, the new generation of WaveBrake® helps to clean floors with less effort to get the job done safer, without sacrificing quality and durability.

MAXIMIZER™ 36" Medium Push to Center Push Broom, Polypropylene Fill, Black

MAXIMIZER™ 36" Medium Push to Center Push Broom, Polypropylene Fill, Black

Maximizer™ cleaning tools help workers save time by reducing steps in a task, reducing the time of a step and reducing user effort. Engineered to last and designed to perform in a variety of common spaces, Maximizer cleaning tools deliver fast, consistent results shift after shift.

Light Commercial Quick-Connect Wet/Dry Plastic Frame, 18", Black

Light Commercial Quick-Connect Wet/Dry Plastic Frame, 18", Black

The Light Commercial Quick-Connect Wet/Dry Plastic Frame features a flat profile that slides easily under furniture and equipment. It is compatible with the Light Commercial Quick-Connect Handle, Mop Pads and Dust Pads (sold separately) to help clean floors faster and more ergonomically and effectively than traditional string mops for cleaner, healthier facilities.

Light Commercial Quick-Connect Handle, 52"

Light Commercial Quick-Connect Handle, 52"

The Light Commercial Quick-Connect Handle is made of steel covered in yellow powder coating for corrosion resistance. It is compatible with the Light Commercial Quick-Connect Frame, Mop Pads and Dust Pads (sold separately) to help clean floors faster and more ergonomically and effectively than traditional string mops for cleaner, healthier facilities.

8" Utility Brush, Plastic Handle, Synthetic Fill, Yellow

8" Utility Brush, Plastic Handle, Synthetic Fill, Yellow

The brush has yellow polypropylene fiber bristles and a yellow plastic structural foam block and handle. Block won't crack or warp and resists bacteria growth. Use for general cleaning and scrubbing in wet or dry conditions.

Wall Washer Kit, Gray

Wall Washer Kit, Gray

The wall washer kit features an aluminum handle with a pivoting head for smooth, even control. The raised-ribbed design works with either side pressure or downward pressure mop wringers, and the pads can be removed easily for convenient washing, making them ideal for commercial use.

HYGEN™ Down-Press Wringer Bucket, Yellow

HYGEN™ Down-Press Wringer Bucket, Yellow

The RCP Mop Bucket is a practical, ergonomic wheeled design intended for heavy commercial and industrial use. This mop bucket with wringer on wheels press sieve provides easy, no-touch wringing.

Adaptable Flat Mop Kit Designed for WaveBrake®

Adaptable Flat Mop Kit Designed for WaveBrake®

The Adaptable Flat Mop Kit is made for ergonomic microfiber mopping in large spaces using your existing WaveBrake® Mop Bucket.

12" X 12" Microfiber Light Duty Cloth, Pink

12" X 12" Microfiber Light Duty Cloth, Pink

The Rubbermaid Commercial Products Microfiber Light Duty Cloth is a quality microfiber product designed for less-demanding users. Commercial-grade microfiber helps clean surfaces more effectively than traditional cotton cloths.

Executive Series™ lobby Pro® Dustpan with long Handle, Black

Executive Series™ lobby Pro® Dustpan with long Handle, Black

The Rubbermaid Commercial Executive Lobby Pro® Dust Pan is ideal for malls, restaurants, lobbies, and more.

10.5" Angle Broom, Vinyl Coated Metal Handle, Flagged Polypropylene Fill, Gray

10.5" Angle Broom, Vinyl Coated Metal Handle, Flagged Polypropylene Fill, Gray

The Rubbermaid Commercial Angled Broom with Polyethylene Bristles has sturdy bristles that are cut and shaped to make sweeping easier. Polypropylene bristles are both stain-resistant and designed for durability.

Durable material handling and utility refuse solutions help in efficient and safe removal of debris so businesses can reopen quickly.

Motorized Kit for 30 x 60 Platform Truck

Motorized Kit for 30 x 60 Platform Truck

The Platform Truck Motorized Kit is ideal for users who want the benefits of using motorized power for moving heavy loads and reducing user strain.

Big Wheel Cart, 8.75 Cubic Foot, Assembled

Big Wheel Cart, 8.75 Cubic Foot, Assembled

The Rubbermaid Commercial Big Wheel Cart is a professional-grade wheelbarrow that can support up to 300 lbs.

Motorized Rotomolded Tilt Truck, 1 Cubic Yard, Black

Motorized Rotomolded Tilt Truck, 1 Cubic Yard, Black

The Motorized Rotomolded Tilt Truck is ideal for users who want the benefits of using cordless motorized power for moving heavy loads and reducing user strain.

BRUTE Rotomolded Tilt Truck, Standard Duty, 1/2 Cubic Yard, Gray

BRUTE Rotomolded Tilt Truck, Standard Duty, 1/2 Cubic Yard, Gray

The BRUTE Standard Duty Tilt Truck has industrial strength construction and can transport heavy loads up to 850 lbs. with ease.

Vented Wheeled BRUTE® Container, 32 Gal Gray

Vented Wheeled BRUTE® Container, 32 Gal Gray

The Wheeled BRUTE® Container allows you to move loads 5X easier* even over rough terrains to improve productivity and reduce the risk of injury.

MAXIMIZER™ 36" Medium Push to Center Push Broom, Polypropylene Fill, Black

MAXIMIZER™ 36" Medium Push to Center Push Broom, Polypropylene Fill, Black

Maximizer™ cleaning tools help workers save time by reducing steps in a task, reducing the time of a step and reducing user effort. Engineered to last and designed to perform in a variety of common spaces, Maximizer cleaning tools deliver fast, consistent results shift after shift.

Heavy Duty Platform Truck, 24" x 36" with 6" TPR Casters

Heavy Duty Platform Truck, 24" x 36" with 6" TPR Casters

The Heavy-Duty Platform Truck is ideal for moving large, heavy, oversized loads efficiently throughout a facility with up to 1,000 lb. capacity.

Rotomolded Tilt Truck, Utility Duty, 1/2 Cubic Yard, Black

Rotomolded Tilt Truck, Utility Duty, 1/2 Cubic Yard, Black

Durable rotational molded trucks handle heavy loads up to 450 lbs. with ease

Rollout Container 32 Gal Gray

Rollout Container 32 Gal Gray

Easy mobility for material handling, general refuse, and bulk waste collection.

Vented BRUTE® 32 Gal Gray

Vented BRUTE® 32 Gal Gray

Innovative venting channels make lifting out liners up to 50% easier, improving productivity and reducing the risk of injury.

BRUTE® Dolly Black

BRUTE® Dolly Black

The BRUTE® Dolly smoothly and efficiently transports 20, 32, 44, and 55-gallon BRUTE® containers easily and quickly.

BRUTE® 14 Gal Tote with Lid, Gray

BRUTE® 14 Gal Tote with Lid, Gray

The BRUTE® Food Storage Tote with Lid is ideal for the food service industry, these plastic food storage containers meet NSF/ANSI Standard 2 for use in food handling and processing.

Stack and Nest Palletote® Box, 1.3 Cubic Foot, Gray

Stack and Nest Palletote® Box, 1.3 Cubic Foot, Gray

The Rubbermaid Commercial Palletote® storage containers are an effective storage solution with a durable stackable nestable design that withstands hot and cold conditions.

A safe cleanup is a productive cleanup. Keep employees and patrons safe from dangerous environments during and after emergencies with clear communication.

Over the Spill® Pads Kit, large, Yellow

Over the Spill® Pads Kit, large, Yellow

Dispensing station mounts on flat surfaces and has pads that soak up water and oil quickly and completely for an effective way to deal with spills.

Over the Spill® Pads, large, Yellow

Over the Spill® Pads, large, Yellow

Effective way to deal immediately with spills, covering the spilled liquid and alerting pedestrians with its bright yellow color.

Multilingual "Caution" Sign, 2 Sided, 26", Yellow

Multilingual "Caution" Sign, 2 Sided, 26", Yellow

Lightweight "Caution" sign is 2-sided for effective multilingual safety communication and utilizes ANSI/OSHA-compliant color and graphics.

Over the Spill® Pads Tablet, Yellow

Over the Spill® Pads Tablet, Yellow

Contains 22 absorbent pads that soak up water and oil quickly and completely for an effective way to deal with spills.

Mobile Barrier, 13 Feet, Yellow

Mobile Barrier, 13 Feet, Yellow

Easy to use, easy to see, easy to move, and easy to store mobile barrier uses articulating panels to extend to 13 feet long. It can be used straight, curved or circular. ANSI/OSHA-compliant colors.

"Caution Wet Floor" Sign, 2 Sided, 26", Yellow

"Caution Wet Floor" Sign, 2 Sided, 26", Yellow

Lightweight "Caution Wet Floor" sign is 2-sided for effective safety communication and utilizes ANSI/OSHA-compliant color and graphics.

Mobile Barrier, 13 Feet, Yellow

Mobile Barrier, 13 Feet, Yellow

Easy to use, easy to see, easy to move, and easy to store mobile barrier uses articulating panels to extend to 13 feet long. It can be used straight, curved or circular. ANSI/OSHA-compliant colors.

Multilingual "Closed For Cleaning" Hanging Doorway Safety Sign, Yellow

Multilingual "Closed For Cleaning" Hanging Doorway Safety Sign, Yellow

"Closed For Cleaning" hanging sign is on an extendable pole to block doorways and entrances up to 50" wide and utilizes ANSI/OSHA-compliant color

Learn More About Storm Clean-Up

Natural Disasters and Storm Clean Up Brochure
Natural Disasters and Storm Clean Up Brochure

Prepare for clean up after severe weather with RCP’s Natural Disaster and Storm Clean Up Brochure, with solutions for debris removal and mold prevention

For more information on emergency preparation and clean-up, review guidelines from regulatory bodies and media outlets, including the below:

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References

| 1. Advanced Management Journal, "A Six Stage Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning Cycle" | 2. https://www.datacore.com/blog/17-shocking-statistics-about-disaster-recovery-and-business-resiliency-where-does-your-organization-stand-part-1/ | 3. https://www.me.mercer.com/newsroom/covid-19-companies-have-no-business-continuity-plan-to-combat-coronavirus-outbreak.html